Software Engineer, iOS

Our Mission

As humans, there are few things more exciting than meeting someone new. At Tinder, we’re inspired by the challenge of keeping the magic of human connection alive. With tens of millions of users, hundreds of millions of downloads, 2+ billion swipes per day, 20+ million matches per day, and a presence in 190+ countries, our reach is expansive—and rapidly growing. 

We work together to solve complex problems. Behind the simplicity of every match, we think deeply about human relationships, behavioral science, network economics, AI and ML, online and real-world safety, cultural nuances, loneliness, love, sex, and more.

Our Values

• Take the Lead: We don't ghost our work or each other. Just as users don't leave their matches hanging, we don't let each other down.
• Move Fast: We have a bias for action and urgency. Something that could be done tomorrow would be better if done today.
• Better Together: We keep connection at the heart of dating and at the heart of how we work. Just as our users are better when they connect with others, so are we when we collaborate.
• Real Talk: We say the hard thing the human way. Just as we ask our users to behave with kindness and candor in our community, we expect Team Tinder to do the same.
• Safety First: We act with integrity, transparency, and consistency so people feel safe—whether they're swiping, matching, or working alongside us.
• Spark Fun: We have fun to unlock creativity, fuel innovation, and help us build better experiences for daters.

As an iOS engineer at Tinder, you will have an outsized impact and ownership of the most visible aspects of the Tinder App. We are deeply invested in challenging norms, constantly improving architecture design, exploring emergent tech and ideas, and leveraging new technologies in interesting ways to deliver an app that is widely known across the world.

Where you’ll work:

This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration three times per week in our Los Angeles, CA office.

In this role, you will:

• Contribute to the architecture, design and implementation of consumer facing features in the Tinder App
• Build compelling in-app experiences that will reach millions of users globally
• Collaborate with engineers cross-functionally as well as the product and design team(s) to influence the roadmap and product development of Tinder’s App and services
• Contribute to internal shared frameworks and libraries
• Shape the future of optimized analytics at Tinder from the ground up with innovative data tools for the analytics and data science team(s)
• Evolve Tinder’s architecture to support multiple authentication flows and account management
• Mentor, collaborate, and learn from innovative and passionate team members

You'll need:

• 1+ year of experience building consumer-facing applications with native iOS
• Full life cycle experience building applications in Swift
• Proficient in Swift concepts (structs, optionals, generics etc.)
• Experience building user-facing features with autolayout
• Familiar with popular architecture patterns such as MVVM / Clean and their uses
• Knowledge of iOS memory management and protocol-oriented programming
• Experience building and testing large-scale iOS apps and/or codebases
• Proficiency writing your own unit tests
• Clear and solutions oriented communication style with a passion for code quality
• Willingness to work collaboratively in an Agile environment (scrum, planning poker, standup, etc.)

Nice to have:

• Experience with building public APIs and mobile SDK’s
• Knowledge of native iOS frameworks like URL Session, Core Data and Core Animation
• Comfortable working with legacy code and improving it
• Experience communicating and implementing effective, solutions oriented improvements
• Familiar with implementing In-App Purchases, StoreKit or implementing premium features in an iOS app
• A BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering is amazing but not required; proficiency in modern iOS technologies and principles is what matters most

As a full time employee, you'll enjoy:

• Flexible Vacation, 10 Sick Days
• Time off to volunteer and charitable donations matched up to $15,000 annually
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
• 100% 401(k) employer match up to 10%, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 100% paid parental leave (including for non-birthing parents) and family forming benefits
• Investment in your development: mentorship through our MentorMatch program, access to 6,000+ online courses through Udemy, and an annual $3,000 stipend for your professional development
• Investment in your wellness: access to mental health support via Modern Health, paid concierge medical membership, pet insurance, fitness membership subsidy, and commuter subsidy
• Free subscription to Tinder Gold

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $145,000. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in California. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

As a full-time employee, you’ll enjoy:

• Flexible Vacation, 10 Sick Days

• Time off to volunteer and charitable donations matched up to $15,000 annually

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage

• 100% 401(k) employer match up to 10%, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• 100% paid parental leave (including for non-birthing parents) and family forming benefits

• Investment in your development: mentorship through our MentorMatch program, access to 6,000+ online courses through Udemy, and an annual $3,000 stipend for your professional development

• Investment in your wellness: access to mental health support via Modern Health, paid concierge medical membership, pet insurance, fitness membership subsidy, and commuter subsidy

• Free subscription to Tinder Gold

Commitment to Inclusion

At Tinder, we don’t just accept difference, we celebrate it. We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members around the world, and we value unique perspectives and backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications, we invite you to apply and show us how your skills could transfer. Tinder is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace where we welcome people of all sexes, gender identities, races, ethnicities, disabilities, and other lived experiences. Learn more here:

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition Partner directly.

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